Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sides, Family Medicine Specialist in Gardendale, AL?
Dr. William Sides, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Gardendale, AL with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Sides graduated from University of Alabama School of Medicine. Dr. Sides is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sides’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sides’s office at (205) 631-5521.
Where did Dr. Sides go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of Alabama School of Medicine
Is Dr. Sides board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. William Sides, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Sides speak?
Dr. Sides and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Sides typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Sides diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Sides. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Also known as:
- Late-Onset Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
- Sporadic Alzheimer's
- Alzheimer's in Older Adults
ICD-10 Codes:
- G301: Alzheimer's disease with late onset
Also known as:
- Depression Screening
- Depression
- Health Screening
- Depression Test
- Mental Health Check for Depression
- Mood Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
Also known as:
- One-Sided Weakness or Paralysis After Ischemic Stroke
- Paralysis
- Stroke
- Post-ischemic stroke hemiplegia
- Partial paralysis from ischemic stroke
- Ischemic stroke-related body weakness
- Hemiparesis after brain infarction
ICD-10 Codes:
- I69351: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting right dominant side
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Sides typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. William Sides may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Sides' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Sides accept my insurance?
Dr. Sides accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (205) 631-5521 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sides accept in Gardendale, AL?
Dr. Sides in Gardendale, AL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
State of Alabama
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Sides' office located?
Dr. William Sides' Primary Practice
430 Fieldstown Rd Ste 104
Gardendale, AL 35071
(205) 631-5521
What is Dr. Sides's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sides's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1215255344.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sides?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sides
What is Dr. William Sides's specialty?
Dr. Sides is a Family Medicine Specialist near Gardendale, AL.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. William Sides affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sides is affiliated with Uab Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is William Sides accepting new patients in Gardendale, AL?
Yes, Dr. William Sides is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. William Sides offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sides's office at (205) 631-5521 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with William Sides?
Please contact Dr. Sides's office at (205) 631-5521 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. William Sides have?
Dr. William Sides is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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